CVE-2002-0741
UnknownEPSS 7.99%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0741 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. psyBNC 2.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and resource exhaustion) by sending a PASS command with a long password argument and quickly killing the connection, which is not properly terminated by psyBNC.. EPSS estimates a 7.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
psyBNC 2.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and resource exhaustion) by sending a PASS command with a long password argument and quickly killing the connection, which is not properly terminated by psyBNC.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Psychoid | Psybnc | 2.3 |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8912.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4570Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8912.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4570Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0741?
psyBNC 2.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and resource exhaustion) by sending a PASS command with a long password argument and quickly killing the connection, which is not properly terminated by psyBNC.
How severe is CVE-2002-0741?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0741 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0741?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2002-0741?
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